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FLORIDA UNDERGROUND UTILITY
CONTRACTOR EXAM – 2026 COMPLETE (125)
CURRENT TESTING QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS WITH DETAILED RATIONALES.
UTILITY
Ace your exam with this Florida Underground Utility Contractor
Examination practice exam designed to reinforce essential underground
utility construction, installation methods, safety regulations, project
management, and code compliance. The exam-style questions help
strengthen your technical knowledge, identify areas for improvement, and
build confidence before the licensing examination. An excellent study
resource for focused review and effective exam preparation. Suitable for
candidates pursuing a Florida Underground Utility Contractor license.
MULTIPLE CHOICE.
Section 1: Florida Statutes & Utility Location Requirements
Questions 1–20
1. Which Florida statute establishes the "Call Before You Dig"
program and governs underground utility damage prevention?
A. Chapter 553 (Florida Building Code)
B. Chapter 556 (Underground Facility Damage Prevention and
Safety)
C. Chapter 559 (Regulation of Trade)
D. Chapter 562 (Beverage Law)
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Correct answer: B. Chapter 556 (Underground Facility Damage
Prevention and Safety)
Rationale: Florida Statutes Chapter 556 establishes the "Call
Before You Dig" program and outlines contractor responsibilities for
protecting underground utilities before excavation. This statute is
the primary legal authority governing underground utility damage
prevention in Florida.
2. What is the minimum notification period required before
excavating near an underground utility in Florida?
A. 12 hours
B. 24 hours
C. 48 hours
D. 72 hours
Correct answer: C. 48 hours
Rationale: Contractors must notify the utility location service at
least 48 hours in advance to allow time for utility marking and to
prevent accidental strikes. This is a critical safety requirement under
Florida law.
3. Which Florida statute requires a permit-to-dig notification
before any excavation?
A. Statute 555
B. Statute 556
C. Statute 558
D. Statute 560
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Correct answer: B. Statute 556
Rationale: Florida Statute 556, known as "Sunshine 811," mandates
that contractors obtain a locate ticket before digging to prevent
utility damage.
4. What organization must be notified before excavation in
Florida?
A. OSHA
B. Florida Department of Transportation
C. Sunshine 811
D. Local Fire Department
Correct answer: C. Sunshine 811
Rationale: Sunshine 811 is Florida's utility notification system that
coordinates utility marking before excavation. Contractors must
contact 811 at least 48 hours in advance.
5. What is the maximum penalty for failing to notify before
digging in Florida?
A. $1,000 per violation
B. $5,000 per violation
C. $10,000 per violation
D. $50,000 per violation
Correct answer: C. $10,000 per violation
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Rationale: Penalties for failing to notify before digging can be up
to $10,000 per violation to encourage compliance and reduce the
risk of utility damage.
6. In the Florida utility color code, what color indicates electric
power lines?
A. Blue
B. Yellow
C. Red
D. Orange
Correct answer: C. Red
Rationale: Red is standardized for electric power lines, signaling a
high-risk hazard that must be avoided during excavation.
7. What color is used for marking gas, oil, or steam lines?
A. Red
B. Yellow
C. Blue
D. Orange
Correct answer: B. Yellow
Rationale: Yellow indicates flammable or explosive materials such
as gas, oil, and steam lines, alerting workers to extreme caution
during excavation.
FLORIDA UNDERGROUND UTILITY
CONTRACTOR EXAM – 2026 COMPLETE (125)
CURRENT TESTING QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS WITH DETAILED RATIONALES.
UTILITY
Ace your exam with this Florida Underground Utility Contractor
Examination practice exam designed to reinforce essential underground
utility construction, installation methods, safety regulations, project
management, and code compliance. The exam-style questions help
strengthen your technical knowledge, identify areas for improvement, and
build confidence before the licensing examination. An excellent study
resource for focused review and effective exam preparation. Suitable for
candidates pursuing a Florida Underground Utility Contractor license.
MULTIPLE CHOICE.
Section 1: Florida Statutes & Utility Location Requirements
Questions 1–20
1. Which Florida statute establishes the "Call Before You Dig"
program and governs underground utility damage prevention?
A. Chapter 553 (Florida Building Code)
B. Chapter 556 (Underground Facility Damage Prevention and
Safety)
C. Chapter 559 (Regulation of Trade)
D. Chapter 562 (Beverage Law)
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Correct answer: B. Chapter 556 (Underground Facility Damage
Prevention and Safety)
Rationale: Florida Statutes Chapter 556 establishes the "Call
Before You Dig" program and outlines contractor responsibilities for
protecting underground utilities before excavation. This statute is
the primary legal authority governing underground utility damage
prevention in Florida.
2. What is the minimum notification period required before
excavating near an underground utility in Florida?
A. 12 hours
B. 24 hours
C. 48 hours
D. 72 hours
Correct answer: C. 48 hours
Rationale: Contractors must notify the utility location service at
least 48 hours in advance to allow time for utility marking and to
prevent accidental strikes. This is a critical safety requirement under
Florida law.
3. Which Florida statute requires a permit-to-dig notification
before any excavation?
A. Statute 555
B. Statute 556
C. Statute 558
D. Statute 560
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Correct answer: B. Statute 556
Rationale: Florida Statute 556, known as "Sunshine 811," mandates
that contractors obtain a locate ticket before digging to prevent
utility damage.
4. What organization must be notified before excavation in
Florida?
A. OSHA
B. Florida Department of Transportation
C. Sunshine 811
D. Local Fire Department
Correct answer: C. Sunshine 811
Rationale: Sunshine 811 is Florida's utility notification system that
coordinates utility marking before excavation. Contractors must
contact 811 at least 48 hours in advance.
5. What is the maximum penalty for failing to notify before
digging in Florida?
A. $1,000 per violation
B. $5,000 per violation
C. $10,000 per violation
D. $50,000 per violation
Correct answer: C. $10,000 per violation
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Rationale: Penalties for failing to notify before digging can be up
to $10,000 per violation to encourage compliance and reduce the
risk of utility damage.
6. In the Florida utility color code, what color indicates electric
power lines?
A. Blue
B. Yellow
C. Red
D. Orange
Correct answer: C. Red
Rationale: Red is standardized for electric power lines, signaling a
high-risk hazard that must be avoided during excavation.
7. What color is used for marking gas, oil, or steam lines?
A. Red
B. Yellow
C. Blue
D. Orange
Correct answer: B. Yellow
Rationale: Yellow indicates flammable or explosive materials such
as gas, oil, and steam lines, alerting workers to extreme caution
during excavation.
